Miss Colorado Teen USA is just around the corner, and as you know, Teen Contestants are required to wear a one-piece swimsuit in a solid color. One-piece can have many interpretations, so here are some of my suggestions on what to look for, and what to avoid, when choosing that competition swimsuit. |
| Laguna One Piece by Aguaclara Swimwear$74.20 @swimwearboutique.com If you must do a monokini, this is perfect. The ruffle details make this style more youthful and fun! |
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Surplice One Piece 11CS179 by Gottex Swimwear $106.80 @swimwearboutique.com I love this look. Black can be slimming on stage, but the ruffles make the look younger! |
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One Love One Piece Swimsuits by L Space 2012 Swimwear $123.00@swimwearboutique.com Again, if you must do a monokini, this is another great choice. Still manages to be not too sexy! |
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ViX Swimwear Bia $87.90 @Nordstrom.com This is a simple and elegant look, no distractions, and would highlight the figure perfectly! |
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W Swimwear One Piece $52.90@Nordstrom If you are going to do a plunging neckline, this would be the best way to do it. The plunge is not too deep, and there is plenty of coverage everywhere else. |
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La Blanca A New Twist One Piece $78.90@Nordstrom.com The sweetheart neckline is youthful and adds some fun to the one-piece swimsuit look! The color pink also looks great on stage! |
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Badgley Mischka MB11 Shirred Maillot $108@Nordstrom.com The wrapped look can help add shape to a one-piece swimsuit and define the waist more! |
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Firm Control Twist-front One-Piece $148 @ Victoria's Secret Simple cut made to enhance the shape of the body! |
PLEASE AVOID:  |
| Being just plain inappropriate |
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| Super deep front cuts and side cut-outs |
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| Having this many cutouts |
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| Unflattering Monokinis |
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| The Vintage Cut: Cute, but can tend to add weight on stage and distract from shape |
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| The skirted suit: It makes it seem like your covering something up and takes away from showing off your confidence! |
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| The Mommy Cut: Look for styles that have a little more pizzaz! |
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| This Swimsuit! There is just too much going on here! |
